About Us
Knowledge-Driven Boutique Investment Bank
NovaaOne was founded on the belief that there is a significant unmet demand for high-quality professionals who can provide truly independent financial and strategic advice. Our team brings a wealth of experience in advising global corporations, new ventures, families, significant shareholders, senior management teams, and Boards of Directors on mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and capital markets transactions. We pride ourselves on offering experienced judgment, personal availability, and a deeply client-focused approach.
As a knowledge-led firm, we specialize in delivering innovative, idea-driven solutions across multiple sectors, particularly in emerging, technology-driven industries. Our ability to structure and execute complex transactions, combined with our deep market insight, sets us apart. Through an agile and value-driven mindset, we navigate intricate financial landscapes with precision, always striving to make a meaningful impact on our clients and partners.
At NovaaOne, our people, ideas, and values are at the core of everything we do. We have cultivated a unique culture of partnership and teamwork, enabling us to attract and collaborate with the best talent in the industry. More than just advisors, we build deeply personal, long-term relationships of trust with our clients, fostering collaboration and ensuring lasting success.
Our Principles
At NovaaOne, our principles guide everything we do, shaping our approach to client relationships, teamwork, and decision-making. We are committed to fostering trust, excellence, and innovation, ensuring that we consistently deliver value-driven solutions. Our entrepreneurial culture empowers our people, while our unwavering integrity and dedication to giving back strengthen our impact beyond business.
With a relentless focus on client success, we combine deep expertise with creativity and agility to navigate complex challenges. Our reputation is built on honesty and ethical standards, and we believe in contributing to the broader society, reinforcing our responsibility as industry leaders.
Client-Centric Approach
Our clients always come first. We uphold confidentiality, prioritize their best interests, and build lasting, trust-based relationships as their most reliable advisors.
Empowered People
Our team is our greatest asset. We cultivate a culture of partnership and entrepreneurship, ensuring that every member is empowered to contribute and excel.
Innovation & Agility
We embrace a solution-oriented mindset, adapting to client needs. Our drive for excellence and creativity ensures we deliver high-impact solutions.
Integrity & Responsibility
Our reputation is built on integrity, honesty, and ethical decision-making. Beyond business, we are committed to giving back and making a positive impact on society.
Our Team

Sunil Sanghai
Founder & CEO
Sunil Sanghai is a seasoned investment banker with over three decades of experience in M&A and capital markets advisory. Before founding NovaaOne, he held key leadership roles, including Vice Chairman – Investment Banking and Head of Global Banking at HSBC India, Managing Director and Co-Head of Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs India, and Executive Director at JM Morgan Stanley. He chairs FICCI’s National Committee on Capital Markets and has served on SEBI’s Primary Market Advisory Committee. Beyond finance, he is actively involved in philanthropy, supporting initiatives for children’s development.

Dhruv Bhatia
Managing Director, Head of M&A Group

Vishal Naik
Senior Manager

Mandvi Dixit
Head of Operations, Compliance officer and Chief Culture Officer

Prateek Agarwal
Executive Director, Head of Capital Markets Group

Rajat Singhal
Vice President

Viraj Gopani
Vice President, Head of Corporate Finance Group

Neerja Ajit
Vice President

Aditya Parakh
Associate

Kashish Gupta
Vice President

Sneha Pai
Executive Assistant

Fay Dsouza
Senior Manager and Head HR

Drishti Dedhia
Associate

Hrithik Jain
Associate

Nischala Bandla
Associate

Snehil Jain
Associate

Shresth Biyala
Associate

Prachi Adwani
Analyst

Tosit Agarwal
Senior Vice President

Kashish Advani
Analyst

Darshita Shah
Associate

Vaishnavi Lahane
Human Resources Executive

Komal Garg
Associate

Sneha Agarwal
Associate

Manas Khandelwal
Senior Legal Counsel

Ajay Demda
Analyst

Candolina Mohite
Executive Assistant

Vaibhav Misra
Associate
